AI-driven framework uncovers new carbon structures—one thought to be harder than diamond

Through new improvements to existing AI models, researchers in China have created a framework that can methodically identify useful new forms of solid carbon. With their approach, Zhibin Gao and ...
Interesting Engineering

7 solid-state battery ideas that may boost EV range, safety, and charging speed

Electric vehicles have advanced rapidly over the past decade, but battery technology remains the biggest barrier to longer range, faster charging, and improved safety. Many researchers believe the ...
ZDNet

I tested the thinnest Qi2 power bank on the market - and it's thanks to semi solid-state batteries

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
Macworld

BMX SolidSafe Air 5K Review: The thinnest Qi2 magnetic power bank we’ve tested

The SolidSafe Air is easily the slimmest semi-solid-state 5K Qi2 power bank you can buy—indeed, in our experience, it’s the slimmest magnetic wireless power bank full stop. And it impressed us in our ...
Medical Xpress

More sensitive HIT cell therapy shows promise against solid cancers

CAR T cell therapy has revolutionized the treatment of many blood cancers, but has shown little success against solid tumors, which account for over 85% of all cancers. Columbia researchers have now ...
Electrek

Solid-state EV batteries are rolling out in China, promising nearly 1,000 miles of range

Changan Automobile, one of China’s “Big Four” state-owned carmakers, will begin deploying solid-state batteries in vehicles over the next few months. The Chinese auto giant announced on Tuesday that ...
TechCrunch

Why investors are going gaga over solid-state transformers

It’s no secret that the electrical grid is aging, but one part stands out from the rest. Transformers haven’t changed much since Thomas Edison made his first light bulb. Now, a string of startups are ...
InfoQ

JDK 26 and JDK 27: What We Know So Far

A monthly overview of things you need to know as an architect or aspiring architect. Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with ...
ZDNet

The unsurprising reason why your iPhone doesn't have solid-state batteries yet - as good as they are

I wore the world's first HDR10 smart glasses TCL's new E Ink tablet beats the Remarkable and Kindle Anker's new charger is one of the most unique I've ever seen Best laptop cooling pads Best flip ...
Polygon

David Hayter is voicing Solid Snake again (in... Rainbow Six)

As part of its Year 11 roadmap, Rainbow Six Siege is getting a Metal Gear Solid-themed update. The upcoming Season One: Operation Silent Hunt, will add Solid Snake to the multiplayer shooter as a ...